Dr. George L. Caldwell, Jr., MD Florida Spine and Sports Specialists The shoulder is a complex joint exposed to a great deal of stress during athletic activities. It is a shallow “ball and socket” joint and this design allows a great range of motion in all planes. The...
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Top 6 Questions to Ask Your Spine Doctor
About 50% of Americans of working age experience back pain each year. This health complaint is a leading cause of disability and one of the most common reasons for taking time off work. Sometimes, back pain is due to prolonged sitting or poor exercise form. Other...
Shoulder Pain & Impingement in Pickleball
The recent enthusiasm for pickleball has made it one of the fastest growing sports in America. According the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA), the last six years have seen an increase of 650% in participants. Initially embraced by the over 60 crowd, it is now seeing...
ACL Knee Surgery Recovery Without Opioids
Advanced arthroscopic knee cartilage and ligament reconstruction (ACL) surgery techniques may allow return to activity after an injury. However, patients may have anxiety regarding pain and the possible use of narcotic pain medication after surgery. The current opioid...
Florida Spine and Sports Specialists
We feel the key to successful treatment depends on obtaining an accurate diagnosis. This begins with a detailed history and physical exam which is augmented with appropriate imaging, electrodiagnostic studies, as well as interventional diagnostic testing to determine...
THE ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT
HOW IS IT INJURED AND WHO NEEDS SURGERY? The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the main stabilizers of the knee. The media is full of reports of injuries to athletes' ACLs and their subsequent surgeries. Despite this, few people have a comfortable...